A study of church discipline, especially the ultimate act of withdrawal of fellowship

By weaving together the data found in Paul’s prison epistles, one can get some feeling for how things fared for the apostle in Rome before being imprisoned again and finally departing to be with the Lord in his heavenly kingdom.

Is life fair? Many suggest it is not. Good people suffer and “fat-cat” crooks often prosper. Is there any sense to this? Let us reflect a bit deeper than the surface.

The eastern mystic religions are growing in popularity. But are all religions created equal?

A contrast between Timothy’s mother, a godly woman, and Ahaziah, whose notorious mother and grandmother counselled him to do evil.

This profile of the Ephesian church serves as an example for our learning.

The account of David and Goliath’s battle teaches numerous spiritual principles.

The writer of the book of Hebrews says that Abel, the first murder victim, is yet speaking. What is he saying? Are we listening?

Second Timothy chapter 4 contains a commentary upon the forgiving spirit of Paul. It also underscores the breathtaking mercy of the One who knows the true character of our hearts — even when we don’t live up to the highest ideal possible.

Grace is one of the most thrilling terms in scripture. It is a tragedy of no small magnitude that it is so perverted by the religious world. What does the Bible really teach about the amazing favor of God?

If God blesses his people, why are there so many Christians who are sick or poor?

Many analysts see some serious “flaws” in what is called “the new Christian generation.” It does appear there are serious problems with many who identify themselves with Jesus Christ.

Neale Walsch is but another oddity in the modern “Ripley’s Museum” of religious freaks.

The declaration, “The righteous shall live by faith,” is found several times in the Bible. What is the significance of the expression? This essay explores this issue.

What is the relationship between the Christian and the government?

Many have been lead into doctrinal error by what may seem to be compelling arguments. But when the logical consequences of such arguments are entertained, their absurdity becomes apparent.

Does one generation “inherit” accountability for the sins of a previous generation? Is “guilt” genetically transmitted? Some passages may seem to suggest this, but what is the truth of the matter? Study this issue with us.

In Revelation 13, John sees a vision of two beasts—one arising from the sea, another from the earth. What do these images represent?